While our Sunday morning corporate worship is the central experience of our life together, we would love to have you join us in further opportunities to connect with one another in meaningful ways and to seek the Lord for additional times of instruction, prayer, fellowship, mission, and outreach.
ISAIAH / Location: CE 10/11 / Teacher: Dan Brendsel
JAMES / Location: CE 12 / Teachers: Lance Hinkle, Seth Armstrong, Ray Glinski, Jeff Lair, and Ray Hinsch
1-2 PETER & JUDE / Location: CE 13 / Teachers: Todd Walker, Paul Rupsis, Wes Karsten and Jim Ruhl
We have two Monday night groups: one at the Hinkles in south Wheaton, and one at the Brendsels' in Wheaton near Mariano’s. There is also one Thursday night group: at the Rupples' in Winfield. All of them will begin with a shared meal at 6:15, followed by conversation around the Word and prayer beginning around 7:20. These groups will begin meeting the week of Jan 8. I hope your schedule allows you to make it to one.
Third Sundays - 4:30-6 pm
Join us this semester as we read The God Who is There by Francis Schaeffer. This classic has transformed the way many engage unbelievers with the gospel. We will have our first discussion on Section 1 on Jan. 21. Look forward to seeing you there! You can just show-up, but if you'd like to RSVP or get in contact with Paul Rupple, you can RSVP here or email Paul at paulrupple@gracedupage.org.
TOPICAL SERIES (3RD WEDNESDAY)
This year our series is called "Christ & World Religions." What distinguishes Christianity from other world religions?
RENEW SMALL GROUPS (2ND & 4TH WEDNESDAYS)
Discussion of "Ancient Words on New Technology: What Does Scripture Have to Say About Smart Phones?"
Exodus 1-15: My Dad Can Beat Up Your Dad.
Come study this topic with us! You can listen to previous messages on our YouTube Channel in case you missed one.
Softball season starts April 24th with games scheduled on Tuesday or Thursday nights. The Championship week will be the second or third week of July. Team registration is due by April 13th.
Join us for a movie in the gymnasium! There will be a variety of crafts, snacks, beverages, and music for you and your family! This is a free event. Hope to see you there!
FUN NIGHT (1ST WEDNESDAY)
Bring a friend and join in the fun! Our time is focused on doing a fun activity that encourages the students to bond and usually involves food.
Please come by as an individual or group to lift up the spiritual needs of the church, our nation and her leaders to our heavenly Father in the name of Lord Jesus Christ.
View our prayer guide here if you are unable to stop by the sanctuary.
Get involved in local outreach by spending a few hours serving those outside of our church who need help with basic yard work/chores. Calling able bodied church attendees with a heart to share the love of Christ. See sign up table in the lobby! RSVP HERE ➝
Bring a friend and join in the fun! This will be an outing followed by food and festivities! Check with Nick for official times!
We gather in the gym for our monthly Family Dinner––all ages sharing a meal together, hearing a devotional challenge, and growing deeper in our love for God and one another.
FUN NIGHT (1ST WEDNESDAY)
Bring a friend and join in the fun! Our time is focused on doing a fun activity that encourages the students to bond and usually involves food.
Join us for our FREE Vacation Bible School, where kids will have fun while learning from the Bible. At Grace Church of Dupage, it's our joy to show kids that God’s Word connects to every area of our lives and is relevant today as it has been for thousands of years! God's Word never fails, so join us as we discover what he has to say to us in his Word together!
For Grades (starting in the fall) K-5! SIGN-UP HERE ➝
This year we are forming a team to serve with our Josiah Venture partner, Karis Wadsack, in Maribor Slovenia. There we will run a Fusion Music Camp for middle and high school students and support the church's work there to proclaim and live the gospel.
Join us in supporting our Summer Global Outreach Team to Slovenia at a silent auction and dinner, Sunday, April 15, at 6pm! Invite and bring a guest to participate in the sending, sharing and spreading the Good News! Donations accepted at the door.
Purchases for the Silent Auction can be made using cash, check or credit card.
Bring a friend and join in the fun! Meet at the Church for an evening of festivities.
Parents! Come on Friday to participate in a free children's clothing exchange, and bring a friend!
FUN NIGHT (1ST WEDNESDAY)
Bring a friend and join in the fun! Our time is focused on doing a fun activity that encourages the students to bond and usually involves food.
Join us as we celebrate, worship, and commune with the Lord our God who has provided us with the gift of life through faith in Him by the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Christ is risen!
All are invited to an Easter breakfast hosted by the Petros ABF! We will praise the Lord in song with a short word on the hope hope of the Resurrection from Pastor Ray. Please bring a dish to pass!
Our GOOD FRIDAY communion service will be March 30 at 7pm. This service around the Lord's Table is a time to remember our Saviour's death on the cross. Teaching from God's Word and worship music make this a special time for our church family as we look expectantly to Resurrection Sunday!
This Passion Week, the Kerdos College & 20s group is hosting a simple Maundy Thursday service of Scripture, song, supplication, and the Lord’s Supper. All are welcome to join us, as we replay the events of Jesus’ final night with his disciples in preparation for Good Friday and Easter. We hope to see you in the Fireside Room on Thursday, March 29, at 7pm.
Join us for a special prayer meeting lifting up the needs of our global outreach workers across the world. This is a great way to hear updates on our partners' ministries and intercede on their behalf.
"And the crowds that went before him and that followed him were shouting, 'Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna in the highest!'" Matthew 21:9
3-Point Contest, Dunk Contest, Music, Concessions, Gospel from LDW, and 2 teams battling for our Bball League Championship Game!
We gather in the gym for our monthly Family Dinner––all ages sharing a meal together, hearing a devotional challenge, and growing deeper in our love for God and one another.
Bring your favorite pizza to share!
Join us for a music event in the gymnasium! There will be a variety of crafts, snacks, beverages, and music for you and your family! This is a free event. Hope to see you there!
Join us and be fed with some good food, good truth from the Word of God, and good fellowship with your brothers in Christ.
Join us to learn about how corporate church worship connects to the daily life and worship of an individual Christian.
FUN NIGHT (1ST WEDNESDAY)
Bring a friend and join in the fun! Our time is focused on doing a fun activity that encourages the students to bond and usually involves food.
Join us as we seek the Lord through this seminar for his help in understanding suicide and how he offers healing and hope in Christ. Snacks and refreshments will be available! RSVP HERE ➝
We gather in the gym for our monthly Family Dinner––all ages sharing a meal together, hearing a devotional challenge, and growing deeper in our love for God and one another.
Please bring an Italian main dish to pass.
Join us for a game in the gymnasium! There will be a variety of crafts, snacks, beverages, and music for you and your family! This is a free event. Hope to see you there!
Save the date for the Kerdos Winter Retreat, which is scheduled for Feb 16–18 in lovely Michigan City, IN. Register early and often ($25 for students; $45 for individuals; $65 for couples—if you need help defraying registration costs, please don’t hesitate to ask!). We get the distinct privilege of having as our retreat speaker this year one L. Daryle Worley III. You may have heard of him. Retreat topic and schedule is still being finalized.
Join us and be fed with some good food, good truth from the Word of God, and good fellowship with your brothers in Christ.
Join us in the Fireside Room. Ladies, please RSVP to the church by February 2nd at 630.393.7344
FUN NIGHT (1ST WEDNESDAY)
Bring a friend and join in the fun! Our time is focused on doing a fun activity that encourages the students to bond and usually involves food.
Starting Point is a series of 4 classes held the first 4 Sundays in February at 9:15 am in the Fireside Room. These classes are taught by the Elders and present a great opportunity to connect with them and ask questions.
At Starting Point you can learn more about our core beliefs, what we're all about, and a bit of how we came to be Grace Church of Dupage.
If you are interested in church membership, then this class is for you!
Email info@gracedupage.org or call 630-393-7344 to register for this class.
We have another opportunity to bless those that need it the most. Would you join us to give blood? Our last drive was the most successful Grace Church has had in a long time, thank you! Let's keep it going, shall we? Contact Todd Jones for more info. Sign-up to reserve your time slot now or just show up the day of!
For newlyweds up to 6 years married we are starting a new series using Dr. Eggerichs' book, "Love & Respect", which is a great start to any marriage. We meet every 1st and 3rd Thursday. Contact Don or Dana Larimer for info.
Stories and photos of that testify of God's work that give thanks and praise to Him for all that he is accomplishing among and through us as we ask, seek, and knock for him to develop us into a community of worshippers that bears much fruit as we live and proclaim the gospel with authenticity and passion.
Join us as we seek the Lord through this seminar for his help in understanding suicide and how he offers healing and hope in Christ. Snacks and refreshments will be available! RSVP HERE ➝
Every 2nd & 4th Thursday at 7pm beginning Jan 25
We will be starting a new study on Defiant Hope and why hope matters in a broken world by Ron Hutchcraft Ministries. This group is open to everyone (single or married) to discuss viewing life with eternity eyes. Contact Don Larimer at danaanddon@gmail.com
Our Soup/Chili Contest will be held Sunday, Jan 21, at 6:00pm at our Family Dinner. Bring your favorite recipe and join us! Prizes for the best soup & best chili! Cheese, crackers, chips, sour cream, dessert and beverages will be provided by our Fellowship Committee.
